Vulnerability Description
Integer truncation error in the amap_alloc function in OpenBSD 5.8 and 5.9 allows local users to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a large size value.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 5.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata58.htmlRelease Notes
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata59.htmlRelease Notes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/14/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/17/7ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91805
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036318
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata58.htmlRelease Notes
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata59.htmlRelease Notes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/14/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/17/7ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91805
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036318
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6240?
CVE-2016-6240 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Integer truncation error in the amap_alloc function in OpenBSD 5.8 and 5.9 allows local users to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a large size value.
How severe is CVE-2016-6240?
CVE-2016-6240 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-6240?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openbsd.